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Vale View Primary School

Vale View Primary School

Stockport, SK5 6TPPrimary School·Ages 3-11
Goodby Ofsted

77%

Capacity

421

Pupils

1.8x

Demand

About Vale View Primary School

Vale View Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Stockport community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 421 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Vale View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Smith, it falls under Stockport local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9744th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 44th out of 67 in Stockport.

Vale View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 51 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Vale View Primary School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Dance, Football, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Film Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 45.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Stockport, Vale View Primary School is one of the options available in the North West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range3 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressMill Lane, Stockport, Stockport, SK5 6TP
HeadteacherClaire Smith
Local AuthorityStockport
Number of Pupils421
Free School Meals (FSM)45.5%
School Capacity421 / 549 (77% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

2 Jul 2024
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Improved
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Good

Source: Ofsted, 23 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)

9744th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 71%

1411th of 2,065

In North West

Top 68%

44th of 67

In Stockport

Top 66%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

54%

Expected Standard

0%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 103
Expected:67%
Higher:21%
Writing
Expected:70%
Higher:7%
MathsAvg Score: 103
Expected:70%
Higher:16%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeDeclining -7%

'22/23

61%

'23/24

54%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

Resourced Provision
AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingLearning DifficultyResourced Provision

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

6
Playing FieldsDining HallMusic RoomsGymnasiumSensory RoomChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

AthleticsDanceFootballGymnastics

Clubs & Activities

GardeningBook ClubFilm Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

51

Applications

90

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio1.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

48 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Vale View Primary School

Vale View Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

01612210118valeview-stockport.frogos.net/app/os#!/home

Mill Lane, Stockport

Stockport, SK5 6TP

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Mill Lane, Stockport

Stockport, SK5 6TP

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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